The eagerly awaited new musical from Stephen Schwartz, Wicked, officially opens at the Gershwin theatre Oct. 30. Thirty-six tickets for the show's opening night are being set aside for lucky winners of a lottery to be held that day.

Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel, stars of Wicked

Those who would like to win a chance at the $25 front-row tickets should arrive at the theatre (222 West 51st Street) by 4 PM to sign in. The drawing will be held at 4:30 PM. There is a limit of two tickets per person, and tickets must be purchased in cash.